2010 BMW 535 vs. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 535 | 2011 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 535 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
